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What does 'anaerobic' mean?
What does 'anaerobic' mean?
presence without oxygen
What is a tracheostomy?
What is a tracheostomy?
opening of the trachea
What does 'tracheotomy' refer to?
What does 'tracheotomy' refer to?
cutting of the trachea
What is an adenoma?
What is an adenoma?
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What does 'pleuralgia' mean?
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What is bronchitis?
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What does 'bronchoscopy' involve?
What does 'bronchoscopy' involve?
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What does 'tachypnea' refer to?
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What does 'bradycardia' mean?
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What is hypertrophy?
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What does myocarditis refer to?
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What does 'afebrile' mean?
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What does 'tachycardia' refer to?
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What is hypertension?
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What does hypotension mean?
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What is dyspnea?
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What does 'apnea' mean?
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What is pleuritis?
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What does cyanosis refer to?
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What does bilateral mean?
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What does unilateral mean?
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What is cytology?
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What does hemoptysis mean?
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What is thoracotomy?
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What does lobectomy mean?
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What is cardiomegaly?
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What does electrocardiogram refer to?
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What is hyperventilation?
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What is hypoxia?
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What does hypercarbia mean?
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What is bronchodilation?
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What does pneumothorax refer to?
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What is a mucolytic?
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What does mucokinetic mean?
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Study Notes
Key Medical Terms and Definitions
- Anaerobic: Refers to processes or organisms that function in the absence of oxygen.
- Tracheostomy: A surgical procedure that creates an opening into the trachea to facilitate breathing.
- Tracheotomy: An incision made into the trachea, typically to remove an obstruction in the airway.
- Adenoma: A benign tumor originating from glandular tissue.
- Pleuralgia: Pain occurring in the pleura, the membrane surrounding the lungs.
- Bronchitis: Inflammation of the bronchial tubes, usually due to infection or irritants.
- Bronchoscopy: A procedure that allows for visualization of the bronchi using a bronchoscope.
- Tachypnea: A condition characterized by an abnormally rapid respiratory rate.
- Bradycardia: A slower than normal heart rate, typically under 60 beats per minute.
- Hypertrophy: The increase in size of an organ or tissue due to the enlargement of its cells.
- Myocarditis: Inflammation of the heart muscle, often due to infection.
- Afebrile: A state of being without a fever; normal body temperature is maintained.
- Febrile: Indicates the presence of fever, often as a response to infection or illness.
- Tachycardia: An elevated heart rate, generally over 100 beats per minute.
- Hypertension: A chronic condition marked by elevated blood pressure levels.
- Hypotension: Abnormally low blood pressure, potentially leading to dizziness or fainting.
- Dyspnea: A symptom of difficult or labored breathing, can indicate underlying health issues.
- Apnea: A temporary cessation of breathing; can occur during sleep or with certain medical conditions.
- Pleuritis (or Pleurisy): Inflammation of the pleura, which can cause sharp chest pain and difficulty breathing.
- Cyanosis: A bluish discoloration of the skin or mucous membranes, often indicating low oxygen levels.
- Bilateral: Pertaining to both sides of the body or an organ.
- Unilateral: Relating to one side of the body or an organ.
- Cytology: The branch of biology focused on the study of cells, including their functions and structure.
- Hemoptysis: The expectoration (coughing up) of blood from the respiratory tract.
- Thoracotomy: A surgical procedure involving an incision into the chest cavity.
- Lobectomy: The surgical removal of a lobe of an organ, commonly performed on the lungs.
- Cardiomegaly: An enlargement of the heart, which can indicate various heart conditions.
- Electrocardiogram (ECG): A diagnostic tool that records the electrical activity of the heart over a period of time.
- Hyperventilation: Rapid or deep breathing that can lead to decreased carbon dioxide levels in the blood.
- Hypoventilation: Inadequate ventilation leading to increased carbon dioxide levels and decreased oxygen levels.
- Hypoxia: A condition characterized by insufficient oxygen reaching the tissues.
- Hypercarbia: Elevated levels of carbon dioxide in the bloodstream.
- Bronchodilation: The process of widening the air passages in the respiratory tract, improving airflow.
- Pneumothorax: The presence of air in the pleural space that can collapse the lung.
- Mucolytic: Medications that help break down and clear mucus from the airways.
- Mucokinetic: Drugs that promote the movement of mucus through the airways.
- Hypoxemia: Deficiency of oxygen in the blood, which can lead to organ damage if severe.
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